Travelling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Philadelphia: what you need to know
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is located in Sydney. Operating on the UTC-4 timezone, Philadelphia is 15 hours behind Sydney.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from SYD to Philadelphia. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a popular month like July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it simple to find a flight from SYD to Philadelphia that includes a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
If you have a passport from Australia, you will need an ETA to visit United States. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Philadelphia for tourism purposes. The rules may differ if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines before you book and definitely before flying.
Located around 18 kilometres from central Sydney, SYD can be reached in approximately 21 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey by public transport will take roughly 27 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near SYD. Whether you're catching an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Philadelphia or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Philadelphia
R 9,184 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Philadelphia. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 22,296. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap tickets from SYD to Philadelphia, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
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Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to central Philadelphia is about 17 minutes by car. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
It takes around 44 minutes when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Philadelphia. Reserve one of these accommodation options near PHL instead:
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
Central Philadelphia is approximately 56 kilometres from Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN). Once your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Philadelphia has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 39 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take approximately 1 hour and 43 minutes.
You'll find some great places to call home for the night near TTN. Unwind and get cosy after your flight from SYD to Philadelphia at any of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Philadelphia
August is the busiest month to board a flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Philadelphia while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Philadelphia, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
Before locking in your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Philadelphia, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Philadelphia, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 32ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -7ºC and 9ºC. Look for cheap flights from SYD to Philadelphia around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Philadelphia
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Philadelphia right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Philadelphia:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art are essential stops on your Philadelphia itinerary.
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